IBM debuts sub-1nm chip in miniaturisation first

IBM has found a way to further miniaturise chips, with the introduction of the world’s first sub-1 nanometer (nm) chip technology, featuring a transistor architecture at the 0,7nm, or 7 angstrom node. The achievement marks a landmark moment for an industry facing the...

Flexible, AI-driven, multi-income careers: Gen Z wants it all

Gen Z professionals are rethinking their careers, embracing flexible, AI-enabled and multi-income pathways to build long-term earning potential, according to new research from International Workplace Group (IWG). AI is not just another wave of innovation - it is part...

AI coding costs set to outstrip developer salaries

By 2028, AI coding costs will overtake the average developer’s salary due to rising large language model (LLM) token consumption and the shift to consumption-based licensing models, according to Gartner. AI tokens are the units of data processed by generative...

‘A defining opportunity for Africa to leapfrog into the AI era’

The transition from legacy 2G/3G networks to 4G and 5G will act as critical infrastructure for Africa's participation in the AI economy, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report: Sub-Saharan Africa, which says AI and uplink-heavy applications are set to...

World Cup fans warned about these cyberthreats

With the FIFA World Cup kicking off on 11 June, South African soccer fans - whether travelling to North America or watching from home - are being urged to take their digital safety as seriously as their match-day preparations. This year’s tournament represents the...

Enterprise software shifts from GUI to agent-native architectures

As enterprises deploy autonomous AI agents across software development, cloud operations, automation, and digital infrastructure the limitations of traditional graphical user interfaces (GUI) are becoming clearer, according to GlobalData. Many AI agents still rely on...

Compromised Amazon Simple Email Service accounts under attack

Kaspersky has detected phishing and business email compromise (BEC) attacks that are leveraging Amazon Simple Email Service (SES) – a cloud-based email service designed for businesses and developers to send and receive high-volume marketing, notification, and...

Booking.com opens applications for 2026 Hospitality Growth Programme

Booking.com has opened applications for its 2026 Hospitality Growth Programme. The programme gives South African accommodation owners in key tourism regions a new opportunity to grow. It also builds on a strong pilot that delivered a 92% participant satisfaction...

New shocks for SA’s agricultural outlook

South Africa’s agricultural sector enters the next cycle against a backdrop of unusually elevated global uncertainty. While the industry has performed well in recent years, despite logistics constraints and biological risks, a convergence of geopolitical tensions,...

US users prefer built-in security over traditional AV

According to the second annual Antivirus Market Report 2026 from cybersecurity news portal Cybernews, built-in operating system tools have overtaken traditional third-party antivirus software as the primary line of defense for the majority of US internet users. The...

With sustained stress, workers turn to escapist behaviours

There has been a steady year‑on‑year rise in addictive behaviours among South African employees, reflecting how prolonged stress is reshaping the ways people cope, escape and self‑manage emotional pressure. Drawn from a five‑year analysis of Lyra Southern Africa’s...

AI shapes the future of work

South Africa may face both risks and opportunities as artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics accelerate a global economic shift that could redefine work, income, and human purpose over the next decade. This is according to new strategic research by Hywel George,...

Data from Canvas data breach could still be leaked

A recent Canvas data breach saw data from more than 275-million people in about 9 000 schools and universities around the world compromised – and it  might still be leaked. ShinyHunters, the hacking group that claimed responsibility for the Instructure data breach,...

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DuxNet launches Premium switching range

DuxNet, the in-house brand of Duxbury Networking, has launched its new DuxNet Premium managed switching range, introducing free built-in cloud-based network management. Instead of managing switches and infrastructure on a per-device basis, organisations can now...

Lula, Payfast by Network embed growth funding for e-commerce merchants

Business funding platform Lula has entered into a strategic collaboration with Payfast by Network, enabling Payfast merchants to access fast, flexible funding directly within their payments environment. The collaboration brings Lula’s embedded funding solutions to...

Workplace trends for 2026 and beyond

By Dr Chris Blair - The workplace is no longer a fixed structure; it’s a living ecosystem shaped by demographic shifts, technology breakthroughs, and changing human expectations. By the end of this century, the global population is expected to hover around 10-billion...

AI impact is being under-estimated

Technology changes everything eventually and has always shaped how we work. By Mark Dixon, CEO and founder of International Workplace Group (IWG) The difference today is the speed at which that change is unfolding. Advances in AI are accelerating the world of work at...

Green energy, insurtech redefine risk in Africa’s energy transition

As renewable power accelerates across the world, insurers are reshaping how they assess, price and mitigate risk for a new generation of energy assets. The International Energy Agency (IEA) forecasts that global renewable capacity will double between 2025 and 2030....

Data protection is the first line. Recovery is the lifeline

Today, organisations rely heavily on data as the backbone of their operations. Every business decision, customer interaction, and innovation depends on instant access to accurate information. By Aslam Tajbhai, head of solutions at DMP SA Unfortunately, many businesses...

Climate change still a major risk to African mining

Climate change is no longer a distant threat - it’s a present-day disruptor reshaping industries, economies, and ecosystems. In Africa, few sectors are as exposed - or as vital - as mining. Intensifying droughts, erratic rainfall, and rising temperatures are placing...

Why discipline matters more than predictions in 2026

Investors enter 2026 carrying the scars of a volatile year, writes Etienne Viljoen, chief investment officer at Aurora Capital. Markets have moved rapidly between fear and optimism. Policy signals have shifted. Narratives around inflation, interest rates, AI, and...

Rethinking wide-area surveillance for Africa

In Africa’s diverse and often unpredictable environments, surveillance systems face challenges that go far beyond simple camera placement. By Leandro da Cunha, surveillance BU executive at Duxbury Networking From sprawling industrial facilities and logistics hubs to...

A PCI DSS expert the best defence against fraud as a service

Cybercrime has undergone a structural shift. What was once a fragmented underground economy built around specialised skills has evolved into a scalable, on-demand commercial ecosystem. By Johannes Briel, senior cyber security specialist at Galix Today,...

Senior Java 11+ Developer (with BPM) LW

Translate detailed solution designs into robust, scalable, and maintainable software implementations.Develop and configure workflow automation solutions using IBM BPM / BAW or Camunda platforms.Design, model, deploy, and maintain BPMN and DMN workflows.Build and...

Senior Java 11+ Developer (with BPM) LW – Gauteng Johannesburg

Translate detailed solution designs into robust, scalable, and maintainable software implementations.Develop and configure workflow automation solutions using IBM BPM / BAW or Camunda platforms.Design, model, deploy, and maintain BPMN and DMN workflows.Build and...

Senior Manager – Document and Information Management

Our client, a large renewable energy player with operations across South Africa and internationally, is seeking a Senior Manager: Document & Information Management to lead their global document control function. This role is responsible for ensuring consistent,...

BI Manager

Coactivate is currently looking for a highly motivated BI Manager to join their team. Purpose:The BI Manager is responsible for optimising call centre performance by integrating dialling systems with data analytics. They maximise agent productivity, improve contact...

BI Manager – KwaZulu-Natal Durban

Coactivate is currently looking for a highly motivated BI Manager to join their team. Purpose:The BI Manager is responsible for optimising call centre performance by integrating dialling systems with data analytics. They maximise agent productivity, improve contact...

Data Scientist at Datonomy Solutions

Data Scientist / AI Developer Cape Town | Contract Opportunity We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist / AI Developer to join a high-performing retail technology environment focused on cutting-edge AI and LLM-driven solutions. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-...

Data Scientist at Datonomy Solutions – Western Cape Cape Town

Data Scientist / AI Developer Cape Town | Contract Opportunity We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist / AI Developer to join a high-performing retail technology environment focused on cutting-edge AI and LLM-driven solutions. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-...

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